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Contents

06 Starting and driving

General ........................................... 116

Refuelling ........................................ 118

Starting the engine ......................... 119

Diesel particle filter (DPF) ............... 120

Ignition switch and steering lock .... 121

Keyless drive .................................. 122

Manual gearbox .............................. 123

Automatic gearbox ......................... 125

Brake system .................................. 128

DSTC – Stability and traction
control system ................................ 130

Parking assistance (option) ............. 132

BLIS – Blind Spot Information
System (option) ............................... 135

Towing and recovery ....................... 138

Jump starting ................................. 140

Driving with a trailer ........................ 141

Towing equipment .......................... 143

Detachable towbar ......................... 145

Loading ........................................... 150

Adjusting headlamp pattern ........... 151

07 Wheels and tyres

General ........................................... 154

Tyre pressure .................................. 158

Warning triangle and spare
wheel .............................................. 160

Changing wheels ............................ 162

Emergency puncture repair ............ 164

08 Car care

Cleaning .......................................... 170

Touching up paintwork .................... 173

Rustproofing ................................... 174

Summary of Contents for 2008 C70

Page 1: ...WEB EDITION VOLVO C70 owner s manual...

Page 2: ...nd comfort of you and your passengers Volvo is one of the safest cars in the world Your Volvo has also been designed to satisfy all current safety and environmental requirements In order to increase y...

Page 3: ...27 Child safety 28 02 Instruments and controls Overview left hand drive car 34 Overview right hand drive car 36 Driver s door control panel 38 Combined instrument panel 39 Indicator and warning symbol...

Page 4: ...4 Interior Front seats 76 Electrically operated roof 79 Wind deflector option 83 Interior lighting 84 Storage spaces in the passenger compartment 86 Cargo area 90 05 Locks and alarm Remote control wit...

Page 5: ...n control system 130 Parking assistance option 132 BLIS Blind Spot Information System option 135 Towing and recovery 138 Jump starting 140 Driving with a trailer 141 Towing equipment 143 Detachable to...

Page 6: ...Fuses 196 10 Infotainment system General 206 Audio functions 207 Radio functions 211 CD functions 215 Menu structure audio system 217 Phone functions option 218 Menu structure phone 225 11 Specificati...

Page 7: ...bes options factory fitted equipment and certain accessories extra equipment The specifications design features and illus trations in this owner s manual are not bind ing We reserve the right to make...

Page 8: ...ronmental standard ISO 14001 covering factories central functions as well as several of our other units We also set requirements for our partners so that they work systematically with environmental is...

Page 9: ...ample The leather in the upholstery undergoes chromium free tanning with natural plant substances and fulfils the certification requirements Volvo workshops and the environment Regular maintenance cre...

Page 10: ...sed Volvo workshop for advice Service your car regularly High speed increases consumption con siderably due to increased wind resist ance A doubling of speed increases wind resistance four times These...

Page 11: ...g system 15 Airbags SRS 16 Activating deactivating the airbag SRS 18 Side airbags SIPS bags 20 Inflatable Curtain IC 22 WHIPS 23 Roll Over Protection System ROPS 25 When the systems deploy 26 Crash mo...

Page 12: ...01 SAFETY...

Page 13: ...the following do not use clips or anything else that can prevent the seatbelt from fitting properly ensure that the seatbelt is not twisted or caught on anything the hip strap must be positioned low d...

Page 14: ...steering wheel such that they can easily maintain control of the vehicle as they drive which means that they must be able to easily operate the foot pedals and steering wheel They should strive to po...

Page 15: ...elted driver will be reminded to fasten his or her seatbelt through an audio and vis ual reminder At low speed the audio reminder will sound for the first 6 seconds Seatbelt tensioner All the seatbelt...

Page 16: ...lay in appropriate cases Contact an authorised Volvo work shop urgently If the warning symbol malfunctions the warning triangle illuminates and the message SRS AIR BAG SERVICE REQUIRED or SRS AIRBAG S...

Page 17: ...orrectly this may diminish the protection provided by the airbag in the event of a collision G020108 1 Not all cars have a passenger airbag SRS This can be deselected when the car is ordered G020109 W...

Page 18: ...must only be performed by an authorised Volvo workshop Any interfer ence in the airbag system could cause mal function and result in serious injury G020111 NOTE The sensors react differently depending...

Page 19: ...ACOS is located on the passenger end of the instru ment panel and is accessible when the pas senger door is open see under the heading Switch PACOS below Check that the switch is in the required posit...

Page 20: ...ed Failure to follow this advice could endanger the life of the child WARNING Do not allow anyone to sit in the front pas senger seat if the text message in the roof panel indicates that the airbag SR...

Page 21: ...a child seat or on a booster cushion A child seat or booster cushion can be placed on the front passenger seat provided that the car does not have an activated1 pas senger airbag G020118 WARNING Repai...

Page 22: ...rs and the side airbags are inflated The airbag inflates between the occupant and the door panel and thereby cushions the initial impact The airbag deflates when compressed by the collision The side a...

Page 23: ...front seat passenger from striking their heads on the inside of the car during a collision The inflat able curtain is deployed irrespective of whether the roof is open or closed G020971 WARNING Do no...

Page 24: ...tion of the driver and front seat passen ger This diminishes the risk of whiplash injury WHIPS system and child seats booster cushions The WHIPS system does not diminish the protection provided by the...

Page 25: ...n of the WHIPS system G020125 WARNING If a seat has been subjected to extreme forces such as due to a rear end collision the WHIPS system must be checked by an authorised Volvo workshop Part of the WH...

Page 26: ...k of overturning or in the event of a sufficiently violent collision from behind the sensors detect this and the roll bars rise up behind the passengers heads The roll bars are deployed irrespective o...

Page 27: ...ehind 1 The bodywork of the car could be greatly deformed in a collision without airbag deployment A number of factors such as the rigidity and weight of the object hit the speed of the car the angle...

Page 28: ...ry to start the car If CRASH MODE is still shown on the display then the car must not be driven or towed Even if the car appears to be driveable hidden damage may make the car impossible to control on...

Page 29: ...ated Location of child seats You may place a child seat or booster cushion on the front passenger seat provided the pas senger airbag is not activated1 a rear facing child seat in the rear seat that u...

Page 30: ...ace Australia only WARNING Booster cushions child seats with steel braces or some other design that could rest on the seatbelt buckle s opening button must not be used as they could cause the seatbelt...

Page 31: ...er to have the mounting points installed Britax Baby Safe Plus rear facing child seat secured with the ISOFIX fixture system Type approval E1 03301146 Britax Baby Safe Plus rear facing child seat secu...

Page 32: ...cushion down to access the mounting points Always follow the manufacturer s installation instructions when connecting a child seat to the ISOFIX mounting points WARNING Never place a child in a child...

Page 33: ...r and warning symbols 40 Information display 44 Electrical socket 45 Lighting panel 46 Left hand stalk switch 48 Right hand stalk switch 50 Cruise control option 52 Steering wheel keypad option 53 Ste...

Page 34: ...02 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS...

Page 35: ...02 Instruments and controls 34 Overview left hand drive car 02 26 8 15 12 10 11 13 14 8 23 24 25 27 30 31 29 3 28 8 7 32 34 33 9 7 6 8 9 16 17 18 22 20 21 19 3 2 1 5 4 G019490...

Page 36: ...hers 15 Ignition switch 16 Rearview mirror interior 17 Seatbelt reminder and passenger seat airbag indicator 18 Switch interior lighting left hand side 19 Switch alarm detectors and deadlocks 20 Switc...

Page 37: ...02 Instruments and controls 36 Overview right hand drive car 02 26 9 25 23 20 11 10 12 9 21 22 24 7 34 33 27 4 30 31 28 29 8 9 3 8 6 2 9 7 4 5 32 1 19 18 17 13 15 14 16 G019491...

Page 38: ...15 Switch passenger compartment automatic lighting 16 Switch optional equipment 17 Switch passenger compartment lighting right hand side 18 Seatbelt reminder and passenger seat airbag indicator 19 Rea...

Page 39: ...trols 38 Driver s door control panel 02 Driver s door control panel 1 Power windows all windows down up 2 Power windows 3 Door mirror left hand side 4 Door mirrors setting 5 Door mirror right hand sid...

Page 40: ...8 Indicator and warning symbols 9 Fuel gauge 10 Button for trip meter Used to measure short distances Press the button to switch between trip meters T1 and T2 Press and hold more than 2 seconds to ze...

Page 41: ...be cleared with the READ button see page 44 The warning symbol can also illuminate in conjunction with other symbols 1 Stop in a safe place Do not drive the car further 2 Read the information on the i...

Page 42: ...workshop to have the ABS checked if the symbol remains illuminated 3 Rear fog lamp This symbol is illuminated when the rear fog lamp is on 4 Stability system STC or DSTC For information on the system...

Page 43: ...ne oil level top up if necessary If the symbol illuminates and the oil level is normal contact an authorised Volvo workshop 5 Seatbelt reminder This symbol illuminates if some one in a front seat has...

Page 44: ...e the brake system checked Reminder doors not closed If one of the doors the bonnet 1 or the boot lid is not properly closed the driver will be reminded of this Low speed If the car is travelling at a...

Page 45: ...AL Read the owner s manual SERVICE REQUIRED Have the car checked by an authorised Volvo workshop as soon as possible BOOK TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE Time to book regular service at an authorised Volvo w...

Page 46: ...s The maximum current is 10 A For the socket to supply current the ignition key must be in at least position I Cigarette lighter option Activate the lighter by pushing in the button The button pops ou...

Page 47: ...am can be deactivated by an authorised Volvo workshop Automatic dipped beam main beam Turn the ignition key to position II Dipped beam is activated by means of turning the headlamp control 2 clockwise...

Page 48: ...see page 106 Brake light The brake light automatically comes on dur ing braking Emergency brake light and automatic hazard warning flashers EBL1 Emergency Brake Lights EBL are activated in the event o...

Page 49: ...pped beam The ignition key must be in position II for main beam to be switched on Turn the headlamp control clockwise to the end position see page 46 Move the stalk switch towards the steer ing wheel...

Page 50: ...may increase see page 120 AVERAGE The average fuel consumption is stored when the ignition is switched off and remains until the function is reset Reset using the RESET button C KILOMETRES TO EMPTY T...

Page 51: ...quantity of washer fluid To save fluid the headlamps are washed as follows Dipped beam selected with the switch on lighting panel The headlamps are washed the first time the windscreen is washed With...

Page 52: ...hows that the rain sensor is active To turn the rain sensor off either Press button B Press the stalk switch downward to another wiper program If the stalk switch is raised the rain sensor will remain...

Page 53: ...porarily CRUISE will be shown on the combined instrument panel The speed set earlier is stored in the memory The cruise control is also temporarily disen gaged when the brake pedal or clutch pedal is...

Page 54: ...is active The steering wheel keypad can be used to scroll between preset stations change CD tracks and adjust the volume Press and hold one of the arrow keys to fast forward reverse or search for the...

Page 55: ...the lever back Hazard warning flashers Use the hazard warning flashers all direction indicators flash when the car is stopped where it could be a traffic hazard or obstruc tion Press the button to act...

Page 56: ...ly When parking a vehicle always put the gear selector in 1 st gear for manual transmission or P for automatic transmission Parking on a hill If the car is parked facing uphill turn the wheels away fr...

Page 57: ...then release The side window will then open or close automatically If the window is obstructed by an object the movement will stop Only the front windows can be closed automatically The control on the...

Page 58: ...mpass direction in which the front of the car is pointing Eight different directions are shown with English abbreviations N north NE north east E east SE south east S south SW south west W west and NW...

Page 59: ...lowly in a circle with a maximum speed of 10 km h until a compass direc tion is shown on the display which indi cates that the calibration is complete Magnetic zones Europe Magnetic zones Asia Magneti...

Page 60: ...y stop in the fully extended position Resetting to neutral Mirrors that have been moved out of position by an external force must be reset to the neu tral position for electric retracting and extendin...

Page 61: ...mirrors In certain weather conditions the function of the dirt repellent coating is improved if the door mirror defrosters are used see page 70 Heat the door mirrors If they are covered with ice or s...

Page 62: ...ly one second Clock adjustment The hour and minute are each adjusted sepa rately Use the numbers on the keypad or arrow up or arrow down on the navi gation button E Select the number for adjustment us...

Page 63: ...cks the driver s door A second press then unlocks the passenger door and the boot lid Simultaneous opening of all windows This function can be selected for the unlock button on the remote control Auto...

Page 64: ...02 Instruments and controls 63 02...

Page 65: ...64 General information on climate control 66 Electronic climate control ECC 68 Air distribution 71 Fuel driven heater option 72...

Page 66: ...03 CLIMATE CONTROL...

Page 67: ...er The system must only be charged with R134a refrigerant Have an authorised Volvo workshop carry out this work Passenger compartment filter All air which enters the passenger compart ment is first cl...

Page 68: ...or location The sun sensor is on the top side of the dashboard The temperature sensor for the passenger compartment is behind the climate control panel The outside temperature sensor is located on the...

Page 69: ...d recirculation and air distribu tion When the roof is open more air and heat cold is directed down in the passenger compart ment and the output of the climate control is limited if it is not possible...

Page 70: ...itch between three functions by press ing repeatedly the recirculation button Air quality sensor engaged the LED A illuminates No recirculation engaged provided it is not required for cooling in hot w...

Page 71: ...unction is active if one lamp is illuminated in the button The function is switched off manually or automatically Switch off manually with one press on the button Automatic switching off disconnects t...

Page 72: ...the dashboard air vents To prevent misting and icing in a cold and humid climate Not for low fan speed Air to floor and from dashboard air vents In sunny weather with cool outside tempera tures Airfl...

Page 73: ...pply of fuel to the parking heater Warning decal on fuel filler flap Activating the heater Enter the time when the car is to be used Press RESET C to enter the hours and minutes Press and hold the RES...

Page 74: ...same way as TIMER AM Messages on the display When TIMER AM TIMER PM and DIRECT START are activated the information symbol on the combined instrument panel illumi nates and an explanatory text appears...

Page 75: ...74 Front seats 76 Electrically operated roof 79 Wind deflector option 83 Interior lighting 84 Storage spaces in the passenger compartment 86 Cargo area 90...

Page 76: ...04 INTERIOR...

Page 77: ...empty Mechanical seat Move the seat forward Move the handle 1 up to release the backrest Fold the backrest forward until it locks Release the handle and slide the seat forwards Move the seat backward...

Page 78: ...or memory function Store setting Adjust the seat and the door mirrors Press and hold button M while pressing button 1 2 or 3 simultaneously Using a stored setting Press one of the memory buttons 1 3 u...

Page 79: ...iver s door is opened Emergency stop If the seat accidentally begins to move press any of the buttons to stop the function NOTE The key memory is independent of the seat memory WARNING Risk of crushin...

Page 80: ...s opening and closing mecha nisms Volvo also recommends that the following is observed Level ground Execution of roof operation in one single movement Engine at idling speed IMPORTANT Water collectin...

Page 81: ...tion display A number of these messages also apply to loading assistance see page 91 PRESS BRAKE FOR ROOF OPERATION Depress the brake pedal in order to operate the roof OPEN BOOT LID FULLY Open boot l...

Page 82: ...ring in the event of a roof fault If the message ROOF FAILURE SEE MANUAL is shown on the information display then the roof cannot be operated nor mally Keep the closing button pressed in until ROOF FA...

Page 83: ...ocated in the ski hatch Raise the windows if possible Take the plastic cover from the centre panel in the rear seat backrest at the ski hatch Take the plastic cover from the package and unwrap it Thre...

Page 84: ...of the backrest Press the locking levers into the holders on the side panels until a click is heard Open out the wind deflector The zips in the wind deflector are used for storing retrieving luggage...

Page 85: ...ened closed Rear seat lighting Switched on or off with one press of the button Automatic lighting The passenger compartment lighting is switched on and off automatically when button 2 is in neutral po...

Page 86: ...04 Interior 85 Interior lighting 04 Vanity mirror1 The light illuminates automatically when the cover is lifted 1 Option on certain markets G020210...

Page 87: ...04 Interior 86 Storage spaces in the passenger compartment 04 6 1 2 3 4 5 9 10 7 8 G019514...

Page 88: ...re are also holders for coins pens and fuel cards The glovebox can be locked with the remote control s detachable key blade Further information is available on page 98 Locking the glovebox 1 Insert th...

Page 89: ...shallow com partment Press the large button and lift the armrest to open the deeper compartment Cup holder in centre console There is space for a double cup holder under the roller cover The space ca...

Page 90: ...e spaces in the passenger compartment 04 Storage compartment behind the handbrake When there are no buttons for parking assist ance and BLIS see page 133 and page 136 the space can be used as a storag...

Page 91: ...ding using the button see illustration The movements for loading assistance constitute a small amount of the normal movement of the roof Conse quently the messages for roof operation on the informatio...

Page 92: ...oof is lowered Using loading assistance with roof faults If the message ROOF FAILURE SEE MANUAL is shown on the information dis play then the roof can only be lowered Check that ROOF FAILURE SEE MANUA...

Page 93: ...d using the electrical socket with the ignition switched off due to the risk of discharging the battery Ski hatch There is a hatch behind the centre panel1 in the rear seat backrest for transporting l...

Page 94: ...rds each other and open the hatch Locking the ski hatch Locked with the remote control see page 99 Secure long loads with the seatbelt Long loads for example skis must be secured with the rear seat s...

Page 95: ...94 Remote control with key blade 96 Active locks 99 Privacy locking option 100 Keyless drive option 102 Battery in remote control 105 Locking and unlocking 106 Alarm option 110...

Page 96: ...05 LOCKS AND ALARM...

Page 97: ...rs serve to indicate that unlocking was correctly performed For locking the indication takes place with one long flash and only if all locks have been locked after the doors and the boot lid have been...

Page 98: ...ol to switch on the interior lighting position parking lamps number plate lighting and door mirror lamps option The lighting is switched off automati cally after 30 60 or 90 seconds For time setting s...

Page 99: ...he key blade 2 out Inserting the key blade Be careful when inserting the key blade into the remote control Hold the remote control with the narrow end pointing down and lower the key blade into its sl...

Page 100: ...eering lock F Ski hatch G Boot lid 2 Active locks for remote control with lockable storage compartments A Doors B Steering lock D Storage compartments in door panels F Ski hatch G Boot lid For descrip...

Page 101: ...similar With the privacy locking function activated the remote control can only be used to arm disarm the alarm lock and unlock the doors A as well as to start and drive the car B Activating privacy...

Page 102: ...e key blade into the glovebox keyhole C and turn 180 degrees anticlockwise Replace the key blade in the remote con trol see page 98 Following which the glovebox is unlocked and all central locking fun...

Page 103: ...less drive remote control with them a warn ing message appears on the information dis play and a reminder signal sounds The warning message disappears when the remote control is brought back to the ca...

Page 104: ...car can be unlocked using the remote control functions see page 97 Power seat option remote control with memory function If several people with keyless drive remote controls get into the car then the...

Page 105: ...ndle left 4 Centre console under the rear section 5 Door handle right 6 Centre console under the front section Personal preferences The Keyless Drive system can have personal preferences applied see p...

Page 106: ...d to sig nals from the remote control at a normal distance the battery should be replaced type CR 2450 3 V Place the remote control with the keypad downward and prise up the cover using a small screwd...

Page 107: ...l opening Press and hold the unlock button to open all side windows simultaneously The function can be used to quickly air the car in hot weather for example Different personal settings can be made se...

Page 108: ...hand seat s backrest to access the keyhole down at the floor Insert the key blade and turn it 110 degrees clockwise Automatic relocking If none of the doors or the boot lid is opened within two minute...

Page 109: ...question illuminates for approx five minutes after the car has been locked with the remote control or with the Keyless drive system when the engine is switched off see page 103 When the car is locked...

Page 110: ...rt the key into the ignition switch turn it to position II and then back to position I or 0 Press button 1 If the car is equipped with an alarm with movement and tilt detectors then these are also dea...

Page 111: ...s direction indicators have made one long flash signal Alarm is armed If there is a fault in the alarm system a mes sage appears on the information display Contact an authorised Volvo workshop Arming...

Page 112: ...e alarm is triggered the following happens A siren sounds for no more than 25 seconds The siren has its own battery which is used if the car battery has insuffi cient charge or is disconnected The dir...

Page 113: ...Turn the ignition key to position II and then back to position 0 Remove the key Press button 1 The light in the button is illuminated until the car is locked A message is shown on the display as long...

Page 114: ...car with the remote control Testing the door alarm Arm the alarm Wait 30 seconds Unlock the driver s door with the key blade Open one of the doors A siren should sound and all direction indicators fla...

Page 115: ...22 Manual gearbox 123 Automatic gearbox 125 Brake system 128 DSTC Stability and traction control system 130 Parking assistance option 132 BLIS Blind Spot Information System option 135 Towing and recov...

Page 116: ...06 STARTING AND DRIVING...

Page 117: ...rpm if driving with a trailer or caravan in hilly terrain The oil tem perature could then become too high Open boot lid Avoid driving with the boot lid open If it is necessary to drive with the boot...

Page 118: ...ed Examples of functions that use a lot of power ventilation fan windscreen wipers audio equipment high volume parking lamps Also be aware of different accessories that load the electrical system Do n...

Page 119: ...t from the passenger compartment Remove the cover over the lamp housing on the right hand side of the cargo area Pull the cord hanging on the hook When the fuel filler flap has opened refit the cord a...

Page 120: ...ition key or ignition dial on cars with Keyless Drive see page 122 in position III until the engine has started Turn the ignition key to the start position and then release The starter motor then work...

Page 121: ...the car is frequently driven short distances in cold weather then the engine does not reach normal operating temperature This means that regeneration of the diesel particle filter does not take place...

Page 122: ...e has started A ticking sound may be heard if the key is between positions Turn the key to position II and back to eliminate the sound When the steering lock is activated If the front wheels are posit...

Page 123: ...ol engine Press in and turn the ignition dial to position III Diesel engine First turn the ignition dial to position II and wait until the diesel indicator symbol in the combined instrument panel goes...

Page 124: ...lever must first be put in position N Reverse gear cannot therefore be engaged directly from fifth gear due to the reverse gear inhibitor Gear positions six speed petrol Depress the clutch pedal full...

Page 125: ...edal between gear changes Follow the appropriate shifting pattern For the best possible fuel economy use the highest gear possible as often as possible Reverse gear inhibitor six speed diesel Only eng...

Page 126: ...c gearbox The car engine brakes when the accelerator pedal is released Manual gearshift mode is obtained by mov ing the lever from position D to the right hand end position at M The information dis pl...

Page 127: ...ctor can be moved forward and back freely between N and D Other posi tions are locked with a latch that is released with the inhibitor button on the gear selector With the inhibitor button depressed t...

Page 128: ...blade from the remote control 3 Hold the key blade down and at the same time move the gear lever out of the P position Cold start When starting in low temperatures the gear changes can sometimes feel...

Page 129: ...heavily When driving in the Alps or other roads with similar characteristics the car s brakes are heavily loaded even if the brake pedal is not being depressed especially hard Because speed is often l...

Page 130: ...not be disengaged WARNING If the BRAKE and ABS warning symbols are illuminated at the same time a fault may have occurred in the brake system If the level in the brake fluid reservoir is normal drive...

Page 131: ...ion The stability system is activated automati cally each time the car is started System operation during skidding and accel eration can be partially deactivated Operation during skidding is delayed a...

Page 132: ...ine If the message remains when the engine is restarted drive to an authorised Volvo workshop Symbols in the combined instrument panel DSTC system Information If the symbols and are displayed at the s...

Page 133: ...parking assistance is activated when reverse gear is engaged and the message Park Assist active Exit to deactivate is shown on the audio system display If the system is switched off the display shows...

Page 134: ...h auxiliary lamps because the sen sors are affected by the auxiliary lamps Rear Rear parking assistance is activated when reverse gear is engaged The distance covered to the rear of the car is about 1...

Page 135: ...on 06 Cleaning the sensors Parking assistance sensors The sensors must be cleaned regularly to ensure that they work properly Clean them with water and car shampoo NOTE Dirt ice and snow covering the...

Page 136: ...stru ment panel s display shows a message In such cases check and clean the lenses If necessary the system can be switched off temporarily by pressing the BLIS button see page 136 Blind spots A approx...

Page 137: ...ates a new text message is shown on the display and the indicator lamps in the door panels flash three times Press the READ button to clear the text message For more information on messages see page 4...

Page 138: ...INFO SYSTEM ON BLIS system on BLIS FUNCTION REDUCED The BLIS camera is disrupted by fog or strong sunlight for example shining directly into the camera The camera resets itself when the envi ronment...

Page 139: ...rther than 80 km The car must always be towed facing forward Recovery If only partially raised cars with automatic gearbox must not be transported at speeds above 80 km h or further than 80 km During...

Page 140: ...edge of the cover Screw in the towing eye 3 firmly right in up to the flange Use the wheel wrench to tighten the towing eye After use unscrew the towing eye and return it in the cargo area Refit the c...

Page 141: ...ery s negative terminal 3 Connect the other end of the black jump lead to the earthing point 4 by the left hand strut tower Start the engine of the donor car Let the engine run a few minutes at a spee...

Page 142: ...your speed The engine is loaded more heavily than usual when driving with a trailer The engine and gearbox can overheat if the car is driven with a heavy load in hot weather If the temperature gauge f...

Page 143: ...bing steep inclines or at low speeds This prevents the gearbox from changing up and keeps the gearbox oil cooler Do not use a higher manual gear than the engine can handle It is not always eco nomical...

Page 144: ...the car s towbar has 13 pin electrics and the trailer has 7 pin electrics Use an adapter cable approved by Volvo Make sure the cable does not drag on the ground WARNING Be sure to attach the trailer...

Page 145: ...uipment 06 Specifications Dimensions for mounting points mm B A G010391 C G F E 2 1 D J K J H I 1 H 2 G010392 G010393 A B C D E F G H I J K Fixed or detachable towbar 1147 68 964 482 40 141 538 150 11...

Page 146: ...tective cover Ensure that the mechanism is in the unlocked position by turning the key clockwise Check that the indicator window 3 shows red If the window does not show red press in 1 and turn the loc...

Page 147: ...146 Detachable towbar 06 Insert the towball section until you hear a click Check that the indicator window shows green Turn the key anticlockwise to the locked position Remove the key from the lock G...

Page 148: ...owball section is not fitted correctly then it must be removed and refitted in accordance with the previous steps IMPORTANT Only grease in the towball for the towing hitch the remainder of the towball...

Page 149: ...on Push in the locking wheel 1 and turn it anticlockwise 2 until you hear a click Turn the locking wheel down fully until it comes to a stop Hold it in this position while pulling the towball rearward...

Page 150: ...06 Starting and driving 149 Detachable towbar 06 Push on the protective cover G017318...

Page 151: ...ended to use load carriers specially designed for your car by Volvo Carefully follow the installation instructions supplied with the carriers Check periodically that the load carriers and load are pro...

Page 152: ...the verge Halogen headlamps The headlamp control should be in position A for left hand traffic and position B for right hand traffic Bi Xenon headlamps The headlamp control should be in position A for...

Page 153: ...152 General 154 Tyre pressure 158 Warning triangle and spare wheel 160 Changing wheels 162 Emergency puncture repair 164...

Page 154: ...07 WHEELS AND TYRES...

Page 155: ...are perishable After a few years they begin to harden at the same time as the friction capacity charac teristics gradually deterio rate Therefore aim to get as fresh tyres as possible when you replac...

Page 156: ...ends winter tyres with particu lar dimensions These are stated on the tyre pressure label see page 158 for its location The tyre dimensions are dependent on the engine variant When driving on winter t...

Page 157: ...lu minium and steel rims If steel rims with lock ing nuts are used in combination with wheel covers the locking wheel nut should be mounted on the bolt nearest the air valve Otherwise the wheel cover...

Page 158: ...hould always rotate in the same direction throughout its lifespan Tyres should only be switched between front and rear positions never between left and right hand sides or vice versa If the tyres are...

Page 159: ...se fuel con sumption shorten tyre lifespan and impair the car s roadholding Driving on tyres with tyre pressure that is too low could also result in the tyres overheating and disintegrating For inform...

Page 160: ...0 T5 215 55 R16 91W 0 160 210 210 250 250 160 260 210 280 260 215 50 R17 91W 235 45 R17 94W 235 40 R18 91 Y 0 160 220 220 250 250 160 270 220 290 270 D5 215 55 R16 91W 0 160 230 210 250 250 160 260 21...

Page 161: ...ngle out of the case Lower the warning triangle s support legs Ensure the warning triangle and its case are located in the spare wheel well Spare wheel and jack Location tools for emergency puncture r...

Page 162: ...taining jack and wheel wrench The tensioning strap for the bag is secured in two lashing eyes on the floor Undo the two tensioning straps that secure the tyre bag to the floor Unzip the tyre bag and t...

Page 163: ...hich will remain on the ground Use heavy wooden blocks or large stones Cars with steel rims have removable wheel covers Prize off the wheel cover with the end of the wheel wrench or pull it off by han...

Page 164: ...ten the wheel nuts crosswise It is important that the wheel nuts are tight ened properly Tighten to 130 Nm Check the torque with a torque wrench Put on the wheel cover steel rim WARNING Never crawl un...

Page 165: ...if they have larger slits cracks or similar damage 12 V sockets for the compressor are located by the centre console in the front by the rear seat and in the cargo area Choose the elec trical socket t...

Page 166: ...onnection to the bottom of the thread on the tyre s air valve Connect the cable to one of the car s 12 V sockets and start the car Start the compressor by flicking the switch to position I Inflate the...

Page 167: ...et Detach the hose from the tyre s air valve and fit the valve s dust cap As soon as possible drive approximately 3 km at a maximum speed of 80 km h so that the sealing fluid can seal the tyre WARNING...

Page 168: ...replacement repair of the damaged tyre Advise the workshop that the tyre contains sealing fluid Changing the sealing fluid canister Replace the bottle when the expiration date has passed Treat the old...

Page 169: ...168 Cleaning 170 Touching up paintwork 173 Rustproofing 174...

Page 170: ...08 CAR CARE...

Page 171: ...s You should also do this when you begin driving in extremely damp or cold weather IMPORTANT Avoid rinsing the car with the roof lowered in order to avoid water entering the passen ger compartment IMP...

Page 172: ...white spirit More stubborn stains can be removed using fine rubbing paste designed for car paintwork Polish first with a polish and then wax with liquid or solid wax Follow the instructions on the pa...

Page 173: ...her care product Washing instructions for leather upholstery Pour the leather cleaner on the dampened sponge and squeeze out a strong foam Work the dirt away with gentle circular movements Dab with th...

Page 174: ...a temperature above 15 C Materials Primer in a can Paint in a can or touch up pen Brush Masking tape Minor stone chips and scratches If the stone chip has not penetrated to the bare metal and there i...

Page 175: ...ed into the members cavities and closed sections Maintain the car s rustproofing Keep the car clean Hose down the under body If using a pressure washer keep the nozzle at least 30 cm from the painted...

Page 176: ...08 Car care 175 08...

Page 177: ...176 Volvo service 178 Self maintenance 179 Bonnet and engine compartment 180 Diesel 181 Oils and fluids 182 Wiper blades 187 Battery 188 Replacing bulbs 190 Fuses 196...

Page 178: ...09 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE...

Page 179: ...etailed informa tion This information is intended for use in research to enhance safety and for diagnos ing faults in some of the in car systems The data may include details regarding seatbelt use by...

Page 180: ...MIN and MAX marks on the expansion tank Engine oil The level must be between the MIN and MAX marks Power steering fluid The level must be between the MIN and MAX marks Washer fluid The reservoir shou...

Page 181: ...Washer fluid reservoir 4 cyl 2 Coolant expansion tank 3 Reservoir for the power steering fluid concealed behind the headlamp 4 Engine oil dipstick1 5 Radiator 6 Radiator fan 7 Washer fluid reservoir...

Page 182: ...d if the tank runs dry The fuel system is bled auto matically if the ignition switch is kept in position II for approx 60 seconds before the start attempt Draining condensation from the fuel filter Th...

Page 183: ...Always use oil of the prescribed grade see the engine compartment decal Check the oil level frequently and change the oil regu larly The engine will be damaged if lower grade oil is used or if the car...

Page 184: ...ean before checking the level Check the oil level using the dipstick The oil level must be between the MIN and MAX marks If the level is close to the MIN mark start by topping up with 0 5 litres of oi...

Page 185: ...cking and topping up the coolant When topping up the coolant follow the instructions on the packaging It is important that the mixture of coolant concentrate and water is correct for the prevailing we...

Page 186: ...and recommended fluid grade on page 241 The fluid should be changed annually on cars driven in conditions requiring hard frequent braking such as driving in mountains or trop ical climates with high...

Page 187: ...hanging For capacities and recommended fluid grade see page 241 If a fault should arise in the power steering system or if the car is without power and must be towed it can still be steered How ever t...

Page 188: ...blade mounting and pull straight out 1 parallel with the wiper arm Slide in 2 the new wiper blade until a click is heard Check 3 that the blade is firmly installed Fold down the wiper arm NOTE The wi...

Page 189: ...ames Risk of explosion NOTE An expended battery must be recycled in an environmentally responsible manner as it contains lead WARNING Batteries can generate oxyhydrogen gas which is highly explosive A...

Page 190: ...be stored in the various control modules Remove the cover Disconnect the negative battery lead Disconnect the positive battery lead Undo the front wall of the battery box using a screwdriver Release t...

Page 191: ...nnector by pressing down the clip with a thumb 3 while moving out the connector 4 with the other hand Lift out the lamp housing and place it on a soft surface to avoid scratching the lens Fitting the...

Page 192: ...p housing Fitting a new bulb Fit the new bulb It can only be fitted in one position Press the spring clip up and then slightly to the right so that it clicks into place Press the connector back on Ref...

Page 193: ...into place It can only be fitted in one way Direction indicators Twist the bulb holder anticlockwise and remove it To remove the bulb from the bulb holder press the bulb in and turn it anticlockwise F...

Page 194: ...bulb holder All bulbs in the rear lamp cluster can be replaced from inside the cargo area Switch off all lights and turn the ignition key to position 0 Location of the bulbs in the rear lamp cluster B...

Page 195: ...e the bulb Refit and screw in the lens Courtesy lighting There is courtesy lighting under the dash board on the driver and passenger sides Insert a screwdriver and gently turn so that the lens detache...

Page 196: ...oints and carefully prise so that the lens releases at the lower edge Carefully detach and lift aside the entire mirror glass and cover Remove the blown bulb and replace it with a new one Fitting the...

Page 197: ...g If an electrical component or function does not work it may be because the compo nent s fuse was temporarily overloaded and blew Look in the fuse diagram to locate the fuse Pull out the fuse and che...

Page 198: ...with a new fuse of the same colour and amperage 19 36 are of the Mini Fuse type Fuses 7 18 are of the JCASE type and should be replaced by an authorised Volvo workshop Fuses 1 6 are of the Midi Fuse...

Page 199: ...Headlamp washers power roof lockable storage compartment and ski hatch 20 A 12 Supply to heated rear window 30 A 13 Starter motor relay 30 A 14 Trailer wiring 40 A 15 Power roof 30 A 16 Supply to inf...

Page 200: ...0 A 33 Lambda sond vacuum pump petrol engine control module ECM diesel 20 A 34 Pressure switch climate control system ignition coils petrol glow plugs and EGR emission control diesel 10 A 35 Engine se...

Page 201: ...m concealing the fuse box by pressing in the pin in the centre of the clips 1 about one cm and then withdraw ing the clips Turn the two wing screws that secure the fuse box 2 anticlockwise so that the...

Page 202: ...g 5 A 47 Interior lighting 5 A 48 Washer 15 A 49 SRS system 10 A 50 Reserve 51 Additional heater for the passenger compartment fuel filter relay heating 10 A 52 Transmission control module TCM ABS sys...

Page 203: ...or BLIS button 5 A 70 Reserve 71 Reserve 72 Reserve 73 Overhead console for interior lighting OHC rear seatbelt reminder 5 A 74 Fuel pump relay 15 A 75 Reserve 76 Reserve 77 Electrical socket in cargo...

Page 204: ...09 Maintenance and service 203 09...

Page 205: ...204 General 206 Audio functions 207 Radio functions 211 CD functions 215 Menu structure audio system 217 Phone functions option 218 Menu structure phone 225...

Page 206: ...10 INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM...

Page 207: ...down with the navigation button 5 moves between menu options ENTER 7 selects or activates deacti vates a menu option EXIT 6 goes back one step in the menu structure A long press on EXIT will exit the...

Page 208: ...for connecting an MP3 player for example Input for external audio source AUX 3 5 mm Sometimes the AUX external audio source can be heard at a different volume to the internal audio sources e g the CD...

Page 209: ...akes considerably longer for the system to index storage media that contains items other than compatible music files MP3 player Many MP3 players have their own file sys tems that are not supported by...

Page 210: ...ualizer Press MENU and then ENTER Scroll to Audio settings and press ENTER Scroll to Equalizer front or Equalizer rear and press ENTER The graphic on the display indicates the audio level of the frequ...

Page 211: ...each combination of car model and audio system There is a also a dynamic calibration that takes into account the position of the volume control radio reception and vehicle speed The controls explained...

Page 212: ...selected using the preset buttons 2 or the steering wheel keypad Storing stations manually Tune into a station Hold a station preset button depressed until the message Station stored appears on the di...

Page 213: ...nformation or news Receives text information on current radio programme Some radio stations do not use RDS or only some if its functionality Programme functions In FM mode the radio can search for sta...

Page 214: ...ions The radio can interrupt with news from only the set current station or from all stations Select an FM station Press MENU and then ENTER Scroll to Advanced radio settings and press ENTER Scroll to...

Page 215: ...y deactivated Activating deactivating REG Press MENU and then ENTER Scroll to Advanced radio settings and press ENTER Scroll to Regional and press ENTER Enhanced Other Networks EON The EON function is...

Page 216: ...ejected position for approx 12 seconds Following which it is re inserted into the player and playback contin ues Eject individual discs by pressing the eject button 3 Eject all discs with one long pr...

Page 217: ...n the current CD are played Activating deactivating CD player If a normal music CD is being played Press MENU and then ENTER Scroll to Random and press ENTER If a disc with audio files is being played...

Page 218: ...4 Radio text 5 Advanced radio settings 6 Audio settings1 AM menu 1 Audio settings1 CD menu 1 Random 2 News 3 TP 4 Disc text 5 Audio settings1 CD changer menu 1 Random 2 News 3 TP 4 Disc text 5 Audio s...

Page 219: ...10 Infotainment system 218 Phone functions option 10 Phone system components 1 2 3 4 5 6 G019841...

Page 220: ...s to alarm centres can be made without a SIM card as long as there is coverage by a GSM operator Making an emergency call Activate the phone Ring the emergency number that applies to your region withi...

Page 221: ...vities started in the menu system can be completed The speed limiter can be deactivated using menu function 5 6 1 Menu lock see page 225 Phone controls Centre console control panel 1 VOLUME Control th...

Page 222: ...em For information on switch ing between privacy handset and handsfree during a call see page 223 To call Activate the phone system if necessary Dial the number or use the phone book see page 223 Pres...

Page 223: ...using the same button press or wait a few seconds A brief press on EXIT will clear an entered character A long press on EXIT will clear all entered characters Handling numbers Calling the last number...

Page 224: ...R Scroll to the digit of the keypad button for the speed dial number and press ENTER Enter the first few letters of the item and press ENTER or simply press ENTER Scroll to an item and press ENTER Hol...

Page 225: ...ng Press MENU Scroll to Messages and press ENTER Scroll to Write new and press ENTER Enter text and press ENTER Scroll to Send and press ENTER Enter a phone number and press ENTER IMEI number To block...

Page 226: ...1 Active 3 4 2 Select numbers 3 5 Erase SIM 3 6 Erase phone 3 7 Memory status 4 Call options 4 1 Send my no 4 2 Call waiting 4 3 Auto answer 4 4 Auto re dial 4 5 Diversions 4 5 1 All calls 4 5 2 When...

Page 227: ...ialled no 1 5 Call duration Duration of all calls or of the most recent call The phone code is required to reset the call timer see menu 5 4 1 5 1 Last call 1 5 2 Call count 1 5 3 Total time 1 5 4 Res...

Page 228: ...nswer Automatically answers incoming calls 4 4 Auto re dial Calls a previously engaged number 4 5 Diversions Choose when and what type of calls are to be diverted to a specified phone number 4 5 1 All...

Page 229: ...Volume Adjust the ring tone volume 5 5 2 Ring signal There are seven different ring tones 5 5 3 Mute radio On Off 5 5 4 Msg beep 5 6 Traffic safety 5 6 1 Menu lock Deactivating the menu lock allows a...

Page 230: ...10 Infotainment system 229 10...

Page 231: ...230 Type designation 232 Dimensions and weights 233 Engine specifications 235 Engine oil 237 Fluids and lubricants 241 Fuel 242 Catalytic converter 244 Electrical system 245 Type approval 247...

Page 232: ...11 SPECIFICATIONS...

Page 233: ...eater 3 Engine type designation component and serial number 4 Decal for engine oil 5 Gearbox type designation and serial number a manual gearbox b automatic gearbox 6 VIN number type and model year de...

Page 234: ...1 H I E2 C A B D G017402 Position in illustration Dimensions mm A Wheelbase 2640 B Length 4582 C Load length 850 D Boot lid raised approx 200 E1 Height 1400 E2 Height approx 2000 F Front track 1550 G...

Page 235: ...weight in addi tion to driver Gross vehicle weight Kerb weight See decal location on page 232 1 Gross vehicle weight 2 Max train weight car trailer 3 Max front axle load 4 Max rear axle load 5 Equipme...

Page 236: ...see page 232 2 4 2 4i T5 Engine designation B5244S5 B5244S4 B5254T7 Output kW rpm 103 5000 125 6000 169 5000 hp rpm 140 5000 170 6000 230 5000 Torque Nm rpm 220 4000 230 4400 320 1500 5000 No of cylin...

Page 237: ...232 2 0D 2 4D D5 Engine designation D4204T D5244T91 D5244T8 Output kW rpm 100 4000 120 5500 136 4000 hp rpm 136 4000 163 5500 185 4000 Torque Nm rpm 320 2000 340 1750 2750 350 222 2700 No of cylinder...

Page 238: ...products Viscosity chart IMPORTANT In order to fulfil the requirements for the en gine s service intervals all engines are filled with a specially adapted synthetic engine oil at the factory The choic...

Page 239: ...232 Oil grade ACEA A3 B3 B4 Viscosity SAE 0W 30 When driving under adverse conditions use ACEA A5 B5 SAE 0W 30 Engine oil quality ACEA A3 B3 B4 Viscosity SAE 0W 30 xxxxxxxx G020235 Engine variant Volu...

Page 240: ...es See location on page 232 Oil grade WSS M2C913 B Viscosity SAE 5W 30 When driving under adverse conditions use ACEA A5 B5 SAE 0W 30 Engine oil quality WSS M2C913 B Viscosity SAE 5W 30 xxxxxxxx G0202...

Page 241: ...ollowing applies See location on page 232 Oil grade ACEA A5 B5 Viscosity SAE 0W 30 Engine oil quality ACEA A5 B5 Viscosity SAE 0W 30 xxxxxxxx G020233 Engine variant Volume between MIN MAX litres Volum...

Page 242: ...sion inhibitor mixed with water see packaging The thermostat starts opening at 90 C 5 cyl automatic gearbox 10 0 4 cyl Diesel 2 0D 9 5 Air conditioning1 180 200 grams Compressor oil PAG 500 600 grams...

Page 243: ...anual 5 speed M56 8 9 212 62 Automatic gearbox AW55 50 51 9 6 229 2 4i B5244S4 Manual 5 speed M56 9 0 215 Automatic gearbox AW55 50 51 9 6 229 T5 B5254T7 Manual 6 speed M66 9 1 217 Automatic gearbox A...

Page 244: ...and should only be used in exceptional cases with other engines 95 RON can be used for normal driving 98 RON is recommended for optimum performance and minimum fuel consumption When driving in temper...

Page 245: ...ey participate in and accelerate a chemical reaction without being used up themselves Lambda sondTM oxygen sensor The Lambda sond is part of a control system intended to reduce emissions and improve f...

Page 246: ...d replace it with a battery of the same cold start capacity and reserve capacity as the original see the decal on the battery Voltage 12 V 12 V 12 V Cold start capacity CCA 590 A 600 A1 700 A2 Reserve...

Page 247: ...mps rear fog lamp 21 P21W Direction indicators rear front 21 PY21W Rear position parking lamps rear side marker lamps 4 P21 4W Courtesy lighting cargo area lighting number plate lighting 5 C5W Vanity...

Page 248: ...ive 1999 5 EG 2 USA FCC ID KR55WK48952 KR55WK48964 NOTE This remote control system is in conformity with section 15 in the FCC Rules The function refers to the following two conditions 1 This system m...

Page 249: ...AUTO climate control settings 68 preset storage 211 AUTO CLIMATE 68 Auto volume control 209 Automatic car wash 170 Automatic dimming 57 Automatic gearbox 127 safety systems 126 towing and recovery 13...

Page 250: ...e personal preferences 61 Climate control 66 Climate control settings AUTO 68 Clock adjustment 61 Closing the roof 80 Clutch fluid checking and topping up 185 Coat hanger 87 Collision collision sensor...

Page 251: ...es 238 239 240 changing 182 driving under adverse driving conditions 237 filter 182 oil grade 237 oil pressure 42 Engine specifications 235 Entry keyless 62 Environmental philosophy 7 EON Enhanced Oth...

Page 252: ...ht hand drive 36 Interior lighting 84 Interior rearview mirror 57 Intermittent wiping 50 ISOFIX fixture system 31 J Jack 160 Jump starting 140 K Kerb weight 234 Key 97 keyless lock and ignition system...

Page 253: ...4 self maintenance 179 Making calls 221 Manual gearbox 123 Menu structure media player 217 phone menu options 226 phone overview 225 Menus audio system 206 Messages in the information display 43 Misti...

Page 254: ...1 Random CD and audio files 216 RDS functions 212 resetting 214 Rearview mirrors compass 57 door 59 electrically retractable 59 interior 57 Recirculation ECC 69 Recovery 138 Refrigerant 66 Refuelling...

Page 255: ...ypad left hand side 52 keypad right hand side 53 Steering wheel keypad phone audio 53 Stone chips and scratches 173 Storage compartment 86 CD discs 87 rear side panels 87 Storage spaces in the passeng...

Page 256: ...2 V Vehicle data 178 Ventilation 67 Volume auto volume control 209 phone media player 222 programme types 214 Volume see also Audio volume 207 W Warning lamp stability and traction control system 130...

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